Shivagange is a spectacular waterfall in the Western Ghats neighboring three taluks of the northern Karnataka i.e Yellapur, Ankola and Sirsi. The Shivgange Falls is on the river Sonda flowing in Uttara Kannada and it falls from a height of 74m. The forest is amidst luscious green forests that add to the beauty of the […]
Kunchikal Falls- The Highest Waterfall in India
Located near the Masthikatte-Hulikal on the Shimoga -Udupi border in Karnataka, Kunchikal Falls is formed by the River Varahi. The waterfall from a height of 455 meters in a cascading form on these rocky boulders giving an impressive sight. The Kunchikal waterfalls rank 116th in height in the world and India’s highest waterfall. The River […]
Everything That Should Be Known About Shimoga One
With a kind vision of providing citizens services of Shimoga on an integrated platform, Government of Karnataka came up with this amazing idea. The idea is to collaborate multiple services on one single platform through Shimoga One. This vision came true by the utilisation of different resources of Information and Communication Technology (ICT). Shimoga One […]
Shimoga – A Heaven on Earth
Many a time when we are watching movies, we see the breathtakingly beautiful scenery and wonder where that particular shot was taken. The beautiful landscapes, waterfalls, mountain ranges and the overall peaceful and serene surroundings make you want to visit such places. You wonder if such places really exist in India. Yes, they do, our […]
8 Best Places to Eat in Shimoga
Shimoga or Shivamogga has a large number of restaurants that offer authentic dishes that are typical of the region. Dining in Shimoga can be a pleasure if you know where to head to in order to enjoy a great meal. We bring to you a list of the 8 best places to eat in Shimoga. […]
Heggodu – A Place Where Art and Culture Flourishes
Heggodu is a culturally rich village in Karnataka. It is located at a distance of about 8 km from the Sagar (Sagara) town in the Shimoga district. Heggodu is famous for being the location of the cultural organisation NINASAM which makes outstanding contributions in the fields of theatre, films and publishing. NINASAM – The Cultural […]
Mattur – The Sanskrit Village of India
Mattur is a quaint village in Karnataka. It is located on the banks of River Tunga and is at a distance of about 8 km from Shimoga (Shivamogga). Mattur is famous as the ‘Sanskrit village’ of India. It is the only village in India where most of the residents use Sanskrit as the medium of […]
Ikkeri – The Legacy of Keladi Nayaka Dynasty
Ikkeri is a historical village in Karnataka. It is located at a distance of about 6 km to the south of the Sagara town in the Shimoga district. It was the erstwhile capital of the Keladi Nayakas. The word Ikkeri means ‘Two Streets’ in the Kannada language. History of Ikkeri Ikkeri was the capital of […]
10 Best Veg Restaurants in Shimoga
Shimoga, popularly known as the Gateway of Malnad, has many restaurants where one can enjoy great vegetarian food. Dining in Shimoga can be a nice experience for vegetarians if one knows the best places to try amazing veg food. We bring to you the top 10 best veg restaurants in Shimoga. Meenakshi Bhavan, B H […]
Tunga Anicut Dam, Shimoga
The Tunga Anicut Dam is built across the River Tunga. Located at a distance of 12 km from Shimoga, the Tunga Anicut Dam lies within the premises of Shettihalli Wildlife Sanctuary. The dam stands surrounded by lush green paddy fields and arecanut plantations and is a sight to behold. Quick Facts Entry Timing: Open on […]
